Description

This Creamy Beef And Mushroom Rice Bake combines tender beef, earthy mushrooms, and cheesy rice in a comforting one-pan dish that’s easy to prepare and perfect for family dinners or leftovers.

Ingredients

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1 lb (450 g) ground beef
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small yellow onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
8 oz (225 g) cremini or button mushrooms, sliced
1 teaspoon dried thyme (or 1 tablespoon fresh)
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 cup long-grain white rice, rinsed
1 ½ cups low-sodium chicken broth
½ cup heavy cream
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 375 °F (190 °C). If using an oven-proof skillet or Dutch oven, you can bake directly in it; otherwise, grease a 9×9-inch baking dish.
Heat olive oil in skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, season with salt and pepper, and cook until no pink remains, about 5 minutes. Transfer beef to bowl and set aside, leaving juices in pan.
Reduce heat to medium. Add diced onion and cook 2–3 minutes until translucent. Stir in garlic and thyme; cook 30 seconds until fragrant. Add mushrooms, season lightly, and sauté 4–5 minutes until browned.
Stir rinsed rice into mushroom mixture and cook 1 minute, stirring constantly, until nutty aroma develops.
Return browned beef to skillet. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream; stir gently to combine. Bring to gentle simmer over medium-high heat, scraping bottom. Simmer 2–3 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
Evenly sprinkle cheddar and Parmesan cheese over mixture without stirring.
Transfer skillet or pour contents into prepared baking dish. Bake 20–25 minutes until cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown.
Remove from oven and let rest 5 minutes. Sprinkle chopped parsley on top before serving.
Scoop onto plates or bowls, ensuring a bit of cheesy crust with creamy rice in each serving. Serve warm with a green salad or steamed vegetables.

Notes

For a lighter version, substitute ground turkey and adjust seasoning. Add frozen peas or diced carrots for color and nutrition. Cheese variations like Gruyère or fontina add complexity. To skip baking, cover skillet after adding cheese and cook on low until melted. Assemble ahead and refrigerate up to 8 hours before baking.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Stovetop and Oven
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 420
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 550mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 90mg